Appliance Recycling in Tucson, Arizona
Starting at $79. Additional items from $19.
Getting rid of an old refrigerator, washer, dryer, or stove comes down to five options: city bulk pickup (free but restricted), retailer haul-away (free–$50 with a new purchase), self-haul to a recycling center ($30–80), curbside pickup through Dropcurb ($104, same day), or traditional junk removal ($200–600+). Appliance disposal is more regulated than furniture because of refrigerants, oils, and heavy metals.
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How appliance removal works in Tucson
Curb it
Place your appliance at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
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Select your item, see the exact price ($104), and pick your day. 60 seconds.
Gone
A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Tucson. You get a text when it's done.
No strangers in your home. No scheduling a 4-hour window. No being home.
How much does appliance removal cost in Tucson?
Appliance removal costs $104 through Dropcurb — that's the $79 pickup fee plus a $25 appliance recycling fee. Each additional appliance is +$54 ($29 add-on + $25 recycling). A washer/dryer set costs $158 total. Heavy appliances like refrigerators and stoves start at $134 ($109 heavy pickup + $25 recycling). Traditional companies charge $200–$600+ for appliance removal because of the weight and disposal requirements.
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Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+
5 ways to get rid of an appliance in Tucson
Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.
How to prepare your appliance for pickup
- ✓ Place appliance at the curb or garage apron. Disconnect from power and water lines first. Tape doors shut on washers and dryers.
- ✓ Place at curb, driveway, or alley
- ✓ No need to be home
When do you need appliance removal in Tucson?
- • New appliance arriving and old one needs to go
- • Remodeling kitchen or laundry room
- • Landlord replacing tenant appliances
- • Old appliance broke down and isn't worth repairing
Does Tucson pick up appliances?
Junk removal in Tucson starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup, no on-site estimates. Tucson's Brush & Bulky program only runs twice per year per zone, and starting in 2026, all pickups moved to curbside only (no more alley collection).
City program details: Tucson's Brush & Bulky program divides the city into numbered zones, each scheduled for pickup approximately every 6 months (bi-annual). Starting in 2026, ALL pickups are curbside — no more alley collection. Zones 19 and 25 are by appointment only. Brush piles must be 24 inches in diameter max and 5 feet long. Cacti must be boxed with a 25 lb limit. Check knowwheretothrow.com for your zone schedule.
Tucson's Brush & Bulky program divides the city into numbered zones, each getting approximately two pickups per year. Starting January 2026, all collections are curbside only — a significant change from the previous alley-based system. Zones 19 and 25 are by appointment only. Los Reales Sustainability Campus (5300 E. Los Reales Road) charges $15 for covered loads under 2,000 lbs and $35/ton for heavier loads — credit/debit only, no cash. Pima County also operates transfer stations at Ryan Field and other locations. A1 Junk Removal of Tucson charges $50–$250 depending on volume. Junk King Tucson (520-873-9622) provides same-day service with free estimates serving Marana, Oro Valley, Sahuarita, Green Valley, and Vail. Typical Tucson pricing runs $60–$150 for a single item, $200–$400 for a partial truck, and $400–$800 for a full truck load. LoadUp starts at $79 per single bulky item.
Dropcurb picks up appliances same-day in Tucson for $104 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
Twice a year — and now curbside only.
Tucson's Brush & Bulky program runs just twice per year per zone. Starting 2026, alley collection is gone — everything must be curbside. Miss your zone's window and your junk sits for 6 months in Arizona's 110°F heat.
2x/year
Brush & Bulky pickups per zone
$15-$35/ton
Los Reales self-haul cost
548K
Residents sharing bi-annual zones
What happens to your appliance after pickup
Appliances are recycled at licensed facilities that specialize in handling refrigerants, compressor oils, and heavy metals. Refrigerators and freezers undergo certified Freon recovery before processing — the $25 recycling fee covers this. Steel, copper, aluminum, and other metals are separated and sent to scrap processors. Compressors, motors, and wiring are individually processed. Appliances in working condition may be refurbished and resold or donated to organizations like Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
Why Tucson residents choose Dropcurb for appliance removal
Dropcurb picks up same-day for $79 vs. Tucson's 6-month wait for your zone's Brush & Bulky pickup. No driving to Los Reales ($15–$35/ton), no waiting for your bi-annual collection window.
Serving Oro Valley, Sahuarita, Catalina Foothills, Barrio Viejo, Midtown, Foothills, and 4 more neighborhoods in Tucson.
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